Customizable Victorian Balloon Back Parlor Chair

A classic Victorian balloon back chair with a tall, sculpted back, cabriole legs, and a carved crest detail. This is the kind of piece that instantly makes a room feel finished—elegant, cozy, and unmistakably heirloom.

Rising to popularity during the mid-19^th century Victorian era, the balloon back chair was a staple of formal parlor sets. This specific style, often called a Gentleman’s chair when featuring arms, was designed to showcase the status of a household while accommodating the formal attire of the period. The grape and leaf carvings at the crest are hallmark motifs of the Rococo Revival movement.

Offered as a made-to-order restoration. I will fully reupholster and refinish the chair to your specifications, transforming it into a one-of-a-kind statement piece designed for your home.

Fabric and shipping are additional; local pickup in Philadelphia area available.

How Ordering Works

This chair is restored and finished to order, tailored to your style from start to finish. Turnaround is approximately [time] once we finalize your selections and I have your fabric in hand.

1. Choose your look
   Pick your upholstery fabric (and any finish preferences for the frame). If you’re not sure, I’m happy to help you narrow options so it fits your space and lifestyle.
2. Send your fabric or have me source it
   I gladly accept Customer’s Own Material—you can ship or drop off your fabric. Prefer that I source it? I can do that too (fabric costs are separate).
3. Restoration + upholstery
   I’ll refinish the frame per your preferences, rebuild the seat as needed for comfort and longevity, and upholster everything with a clean, tailored finish.
4. Pickup or shipping
   Local pickup in Philadelphia is available. White-glove shipping can be arranged at additional cost.

Customer’s Own Material Guidelines

• Please send upholstery-weight fabric suitable for seating (I can confirm before you purchase).
• Yardage depends on pattern repeat and fabric width—message me your fabric link or a photo and I’ll tell you exactly what you need.
• Turnaround begins when the fabric arrives.

Pricing Note

Fabric and shipping are additional. Your final quote will be confirmed once we select fabric/finish details and any seat rebuild needs are assessed.